Skip to main content

Pay-As-You-Go Tags

Need just a few more tags without a full upgrade? Purchase individual tags as needed.

How It Works

Single Tag Purchase

Buy tags individually:

  • No subscription required
  • One-time payment per tag
  • Tag is permanent (no expiration)
  • Works on any plan

Pricing

Tag TypePriceStorage
Basic$0.2525 MB
Premium$1.00100 MB

Purchasing Tags

From Dashboard

  1. Click + New Tag
  2. If at limit, see purchase option
  3. Click Purchase Tag
  4. Choose Basic or Premium
  5. Complete payment
  6. Tag is created immediately

From Settings

  1. Go to AccountSubscription
  2. Click Buy Tags
  3. Select quantity and type
  4. Complete payment
  5. Tags added to your account

Basic vs Premium Tags

Basic Tags ($0.25)

  • 25 MB storage included
  • All standard features
  • QR code included
  • Standard analytics

Best for:

  • Text-only tags
  • Small images
  • Simple information

Premium Tags ($1.00)

  • 100 MB storage included
  • QR code included
  • Standard analytics
  • More storage space

Best for:

  • Multiple files
  • High-resolution images
  • Detailed content

Managing Purchased Tags

View Purchased Tags

  1. Go to AccountUsage
  2. See Purchased Tags section
  3. Shows:
    • Tags purchased
    • Storage per tag
    • Purchase date

Difference from Plan Tags

Purchased tags:

  • Don't count toward plan limit
  • Have dedicated storage
  • Are permanent
  • Don't expire if you downgrade

Storage with Purchased Tags

Dedicated Storage

Each purchased tag has its own storage:

  • Not shared with plan storage
  • Cannot exceed tag limit
  • Files only for that tag

Example

Free plan (100 MB) + 2 Premium tags (100 MB each):

  • 100 MB for your 10 free tags
  • 100 MB for purchased tag #1
  • 100 MB for purchased tag #2
  • Total: 300 MB available

Use Cases

Event Tags

Single event with QR codes:

  • Buy tags needed for event
  • Create event materials
  • No monthly commitment
  • Tags work permanently

Product Samples

Limited product run:

  • Purchase tags for product count
  • Apply to physical products
  • Cost-effective for small batches

Supplement Free Plan

A few extra tags:

  • Free plan for most needs
  • Buy a few extra for overflow
  • Cheaper than upgrading

Client Projects

Agency/freelancer work:

  • Buy tags for client projects
  • Bill to client
  • No ongoing subscription

Purchasing Process

Payment Methods

Same as subscriptions:

  • Credit/debit cards
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay

Receipt

After purchase:

  • Email confirmation sent
  • Receipt available in billing history
  • Tax invoice if applicable

Refunds

Purchased tags:

  • Refundable within 7 days
  • If tag unused/empty
  • Contact support to request

Frequently Asked Questions

Do purchased tags expire?

No, purchased tags are permanent. They remain in your account indefinitely.

Can I upgrade a Basic to Premium?

Not currently. Create a new Premium tag and migrate content if needed.

What if I upgrade to Pro?

Purchased tags remain separate. You get:

  • Unlimited plan tags
  • Plus your purchased tags
  • Both work simultaneously

Can I transfer a purchased tag?

Yes, transfer ownership like any tag. New owner receives the tag and its storage.

What happens if I delete my account?

All tags are deleted, including purchased ones. No refunds for deleted purchased tags.

Comparing Options

When to Buy Tags

Choose pay-as-you-go when:

  • Need just 1-10 extra tags
  • One-time/project use
  • Budget constraints
  • Testing before commitment

When to Upgrade

Choose Pro subscription when:

  • Need many tags (10+)
  • Ongoing, growing usage
  • Want API/webhooks
  • Need advanced features

Cost Comparison

ScenarioPay-as-you-goPro Monthly
5 Basic tags$1.25$9.99/month
10 Basic tags$2.50$9.99/month
40+ Basic tags$10+$9.99/month ✓

Pro makes sense at ~40+ basic tags or when you need Pro features like OCR and AI search.

Next Steps